Data-Driven Merchandise Planner | Remote & Hybrid Roles

Petco; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Merchandise Planner to drive sales, optimize inventory, and enhance customer satisfaction through data-driven planning. The role requires understanding of niche markets, seasonal trends, and customer preferences to ensure products are available at the right time and place.

You will partner with merchandising, marketing, supply chain, and store operations to plan assortments, manage inventory, and support launches and campaigns.

Qualifications

• Analytical mindset with the ability to forecast trends and translate data into actionable plans.
• Understanding of inventory optimization and omnichannel retail dynamics.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain merchandise financial plans by category, season, and store/channel.
• Forecast sales, margin, and inventory targets based on historical data and market trends.
• Collaborate with buying teams to build assortments aligned with brand strategy and customer demand.
• Monitor inventory levels and recommend replenishment strategies to minimize stockouts and overstocks.
• Analyze performance metrics and present insights to cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Retail acumen

Communication

Technical proficiency

Strategic mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

JDA

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Petco is seeking a Merchandise Planner to drive sales, optimize inventory, and enhance customer satisfaction through data-driven planning. The role requires understanding of niche markets, seasonal trends, and customer preferences to ensure products are available at the right time and place.

You will partner with merchandising, marketing, supply chain, and store operations to plan assortments, manage inventory, and support launches and campaigns.